Richard the Lionheart

Richard Plantagenet is best known as "Richard the Lionheart", but he is also know as the "absent king". Even though he ruled for ten years, King Richard only spent six months in England. But his time away from his kingdom was well spent. He fought many battles in the Crusades of which he won most of. His bravery earned him his naickname "the Lionheart".
When Richard was only fourteen years old, he was named the duke Aquintane. As a result, he learned how to rule a region at a very young age.--Levi

Book Review--
The Boy Who Longed for Adventure
Elizabeth Ann's newest novel, The Boy Who Longed for Adventure, was published and sent out to stores this week. This exciting children's book can be found in libraries and stores all over town. It's about a boy longed to be a brave night in shining armor, but due to his mother's sudden illness, he must stay home to care for his mother and two sisters while his father works as a blacksmith. one night he over heard his mother and father talking. His father said that it was time for the sisters to take care of their mother and the boy was to go be a blacksmith apprentice. Through many trials and adventures the boy was finally able to fulfill his dream of becoming a night! Hope you enjoy the book! By Hannah B.